Tyler Herro turned a meme for his Recreation three snarl because the Miami Warmth topped the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday.

The breakout rookie sharpshooter hit a late bucket whereas drawing contact and a foul because the Warmth pulled away. He then dropped this look that immediately turned NBA Twitter’s favourite factor.

Quick-forward to Recreation Four with the Warmth seeking to tie the collection at 2-2. Herro discovered himself on the receiving finish of contact as soon as once more early within the recreation.

This time it didn’t work out in his favor.

Herro on mistaken finish of contact in Recreation 4

With the Lakers main 13-12 within the first quarter, LeBron James picked off a cross supposed for Herro in a halfcourt set. Herro chased the 6-9, 250 pound James on the following one-man quick break.

Herro — 6-5 and 195 kilos — didn’t stand an opportunity. James dropped his elbow as Herro tried to impede his path to the basket. The blow despatched Herro falling to the ground earlier than James slammed house two factors.

Right here’s one other angle, with a direct view of the contact.

Ouch.

Did James ship somewhat further there after Herro’s Recreation three snarl? Solely James is aware of. Both approach, his message was delivered loud and clear.

Did LeBron James ship somewhat one thing further after Tyler Herro’s Recreation three snarl? (AP Photograph/Mark J. Terrill)

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